INSIDE SCOOP ON FUMAN SKEETO

So you would think that traveling across the country, making appearances on television, magazines and at the record stores would be enough for Chris. Although he is very proud to be a part of 'N Sync, he has decided to add a few more titles to his credentials. Not only is he a successful performer and music producer, but he has become a fashion designer collaborating with the Fuman Crew to create his line of Fuman Skeeto clothes. Chris will chat with you LIVE on April 29th at 8:00 p.m. EST about his fresh fashionable collection!
"I wanted to venture off and do something else as a hobby. My little hobby consisted of producing a couple of artists and possible starting a record label. The reason why I got into the fashion part is because everything I wore would look so much nicer if it only had this on it..it would be cool if I could do this with it," Chris commented. He can be seen frequently flashing off his favorite baggy pants by UFO. Yet, he continues to think of ingenious ways to improve his wardrobe and create new goals.
Chris carefully thought about wanting "an artist on MTV be a Fuman Skeeto artist. I mean I have been doing a lot of writing lately.. a lot of it is not all Pop up-tempo music. I would love to take my songs and have it done for my artists and get them out there". Fuman Skeeto Productions plans to develop an outlet for talented people to submit demo tapes.
No, Chris isn't seeking a new singer to replace anyone in 'N Sync, but he is on a search to find the next new performer to produce and promote. "When the tapes come in, I sit and go through and listen to each one," explained Chris. Ron Irizarry is one of the first new talented guitarist and vocalist to launch his career under the Fuman Skeeto name. He will be making some appearances on 'N Sync's scheduled tour.
Chris specifically wants to create a unisex line of comfortable clothing that appeals to numerous people. Some basic items in the works include T-shirts, shorts, cut-off shirts, baseball and football style long-sleeved jerseys and hats. Fuman Skeeto has produced a few specialty items for Britney Spears, 'N Sync and several other celebrities who have demanded to get a hold of the unique brand. Chris' inspiration for Fuman Skeeto is that "We can do anything. We just want to represent innovation.a whole new vibe. We've done a lot of work bringing back some Velcro ideas, bringing back fringe and designs with a couple of tie-dye ideas. I want everyone to be happy wearing it. We want to be totally different. We don't want to say.we got this [idea] from this person and that [idea] from another. We just want to create something comfortable and something we love to wear. We basically want to be generically good for the people."
Whether you're a Leo or a Virgo, from San Francisco or San Diego, everyone can wear Fuman Skeeto. Chris wants to develop his business into to a brand that is well recognized from all different aspects. " I want everyone to feel like they are a part of the Fuman Crew..when they check out the website, get involved with the clothing, the music, that's when they can say I am in the Fuman Crew."
Currently, the Crew consists of some of Chris' friends and business acquaintances he has met throughout the years and performing with 'NSync.
Chris carefully selected a group of individuals whom he felt would make his business become successful. Also, he wanted to provide an atmosphere for his friends to practice their craft, as well as build their careers. One of them use to go to school at UCLA, one of them was working in Toronto as a secretary, one guy use to be a security guard at Much Music, another guy use to be a tattoo artist." Today, the tattoo artist designs many of the logos and graphics for the Fuman
Skeeto collection. The security guard that once worked for the popular Canadian music video countdown show Much Music, is now handling Marketing and On-line Development for the company. The rest of the Crew assists with the day-to-day business activities and design decisions.
For anyone who is creative and aspires to have a successful career in the future, Chris gives all of us a little of advice to stick by when times get tough. "Just keep plugging away. You know don't burn bridges, don't underestimate anyone.anybody can be anybody at any time. Just do what you love to do and treat people with respect. You never know when some guy you are blowing off steam to talk to could be somebody who could help your career. You never know when you may need their help."
So, if you didn't have a clue about the Fuman Crew, nor Chris Kirkpatrick's Fuman Skeeto clothes, now you do! You're sure to see soon in a store near you his cool, casual clothes or visit the website and catch a glimpse of some of the Skeeto design sketches.

Teen.com - April 29, 2000